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Nursing Assistants Day

Show your appreciation for Nursing Assistants Day - thank a nursing assistant today with kind words and gestures of gratitude!
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It's time to celebrate Nursing Assistants Day on June 17! This day is set aside to recognize the hard work and dedication of nursing assistants around the world. Dating back to the early 1800s, many nursing assistants have worked tirelessly to provide high quality care and support for their patients and families. On this special day, let’s all come together and give thanks for these amazing individuals who make a huge difference in our lives. So take some time today to show your appreciation for all that they do!

History of Nursing Assistants Day

Nursing Assistants Day Timeline

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Era of Pioneering Nurse Assistants</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 1800s, nurse assistants began their work, providing aid and support to nurses and doctors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1854</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Florence Nightingale's Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Florence Nightingale revolutionized nursing during the Crimean War, leading to better recognition and professional training for nursing assistants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World War II Demand</div><div class='timeline-text'>The demand for nursing assistants dramatically increased in the 1940s during World War II, leading to a surge in training programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Federal Regulation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) established minimum standards for nursing assistant training and competency evaluation programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition and Growth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The profession of nursing assistants continued to grow and gain recognition, with increased appreciation for their role in patient care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Nursing Assistants Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Nursing Assistants Week, including Nursing Assistants Day, was established, recognizing the important role of nursing assistants in healthcare.</div></div></div>

How to Celebrate Nursing Assistants Day

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a thank you card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for your local nursing assistants by sending them a thank you card or letter. Let them know how much you appreciate all that they do.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw a party in honor of all the hardworking nursing assistants. Have food and drinks and invite your local nursing assistants to come celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give gifts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make up personalized gift baskets for each of your nursing assistants. Include items such as snacks, books, journals, and other items that are sure to show your appreciation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Put up decorations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hang decorations around your facility to let your nursing assistants know how much you appreciate them.  Make a banner or use streamers to show that you care.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fun event for your nursing assistants. This could be anything from a potluck dinner to game night. Whatever it is make sure it includes lots of fun and that your nursing assistants feel appreciated.</p></div></div>

Why Nursing Assistants Day is Important

<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants provide vital care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing assistants are often on the front lines when it comes to providing care for the sick, elderly, and those with disabilities. They can help make the lives of their patients easier by assisting with tasks such as helping them get dressed and moving around safely.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants offer emotional support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing Assistants are not just there to help their patients with physical needs - they also serve an important role in providing emotional support. They are there to listen to concerns, share stories, and simply be present in a time of need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants promote safety & well being</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing assistants are trained to recognize signs of potential danger or health problems. This means if a patient is at risk of falling or experiencing a medical emergency, they know what actions to take in order to keep them safe and get them the help they need.</p></div></div>

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When is Nursing Assistants Day?

Nursing Assistants Day is celebrated on June 17 every year. In 2024 Nursing Assistants Day will occur on a Monday.

Nursing Assistants Day Dates

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Day

2023

Jun 17

Saturday

2024

Jun 17

Monday

2025

Jun 17

Tuesday

2026

Jun 17

Wednesday

2027

Jun 17

Thursday

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